SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that Daniel Werwath has joined her office as Housing Policy Advisor. A longtime New Mexico housing advocate, Werwath brings two decades of affordable housing development experience to Lujan Grisham’s senior team....
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Governor issues statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a statement in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. “Ninety-five years after Dr. King’s birth, his impact on the world remains as profound as ever. Today, we recommit ourselves to continuing his work by standing...
Governor unveils public safety legislative agenda for 2024 session
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today unveiled her public safety legislative agenda at the State Capitol. "This is, without a doubt, the largest and most comprehensive public safety package in our state’s history,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “Gun violence is a...
Gov. Lujan Grisham releases FY25 executive budget recommendation – Recommendation continues bold investments while maintaining fiscal responsibility
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released the FY25 executive budget recommendation. The budget totals $10.5 billion in recurring spending, a 9.9% increase from the last fiscal year. The executive recommendation will maintain reserves at 34.2%. The budget...
New Mexico ranked in top 10 states for inbound moves in 2023 – Newcomers attracted by jobs, retirement, lifestyle, low cost of living
For the second year in a row, New Mexico is one of the top ten states for inbound moves, with United Van Lines reporting more families are coming into the state for jobs, retirement, a better lifestyle, and a lower cost of living. The 2023 United Van Lines National...
Governor delivers $1.8 million to City for overhaul of downtown Albuquerque lighting to improve public safety
ALBUQUERQUE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Thursday that the state will provide $1.8 million in funding to the City of Albuquerque for repairs and lighting upgrades in downtown Albuquerque to prevent crime. “I have heard from business owners, residents and...
Governor issues statement on passing of David L. Norvell
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a statement following the passing of former Attorney General and Speaker of the House David L. Norvell on Thursday. “David was a public servant dedicated through-and-through to the people of New Mexico. He was also a...
Governor receives national award for commitment to public, mental health
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham was awarded the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology’s (ACNP) annual Public Service Award in recognition of her significant efforts to champion mental and public health in New Mexico. The ACNP is a professional society...
Governor names Josett D. Monette as new Indian Affairs Department secretary – James R. Mountain to serve as senior policy advisor to the governor
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today named Josett D. Monette as Cabinet Secretary of the Indian Affairs Department, succeeding current Secretary-designate James R. Mountain, who will transition to the governor’s office as senior policy advisor for tribal...
Gov. Lujan Grisham cuts ribbon on new state-of-the-art residences at State Veterans’ Home
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined New Mexico veterans on Thursday to cut the ribbon on new residences at the New Mexico State Veterans’ Home in Truth or Consequences, fulfilling her pledge to build new state-of-the-art facilities for those who...